Matthias Sapuan
About Matthias Sapuan
Matthias Sapuan serves as the Operations Director at Motional, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in operations management, having held various leadership roles in companies such as MMI Holdings Ltd, nuTonomy, and STATS ChipPAC.
Work at Motional
Matthias Sapuan has served as Operations Director at Motional since 2020. In this role, he oversees Singapore testing operations, ensuring that rigorous testing protocols are in place for autonomous vehicle technologies. He also leads global mapping operations, focusing on enhancing the accuracy and efficiency of autonomous vehicle mapping systems. His leadership in these areas contributes to the advancement of Motional's autonomous vehicle initiatives.
Previous Experience
Before joining Motional, Matthias held several key positions in various organizations. He worked at nuTonomy as Operations Director for eight months in 2017 in Singapore. Prior to that, he was with MMI Holdings Ltd, where he served as Director of Operations from 2012 to 2014 and as Program & Production Manager from 2011 to 2012. He also worked as a Program Manager at MMI Holdings Ltd from 2009 to 2011 and as Deputy Director of Manufacturing Operations at STATS ChipPAC for six months in 2014.
Education and Expertise
Matthias holds a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) in Industrial Engineering from the University of Toronto, where he studied from 1998 to 2001. He also earned a Diploma with Merit in Manufacturing Engineering from Singapore Polytechnic, studying there from 1993 to 1996. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in Lean Six Sigma methodologies, which he applies to optimize manufacturing and operational processes.
Specialization in Operations Management
Matthias specializes in new program introduction management, facilitating the seamless integration of new technologies and processes into existing operations. He has a proven track record of transforming underperforming manufacturing operations into efficient and productive units. His experience in applying Lean Six Sigma principles further enhances his ability to improve operational efficiency.